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Aluminum (Powder)
Aluminum (Powder) (Product Code: SCI-457/193) is an analytical reagent grade aluminium metal powder used to study the reactivity of metals, displacement reactions and the amphoteric behaviour of aluminium in school and college chemistry laboratories. Because a fine powder reacts faster than foil or turnings, teachers choose it when results are needed within one lesson; this listing is a 50 g pack supplied with an MSDS. It is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India, a source of school chemistry lab equipment in India.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Grade | Analytical reagent |
| Physical form | Powder |
| Pack size | 50 g |
| Documentation | Supplied with MSDS |
| Shelf life | Shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions; ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted. |
| Product code | SCI-457/193 |
| Supplied by | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India |
What Is Aluminium Powder Used For?
Stirred into copper(II) sulfate solution, aluminium powder displaces copper: the blue colour fades and pink-brown copper appears, often faster once a pinch of salt breaks through the metal's oxide layer. With warm dilute hydrochloric acid it gives off hydrogen, and it also dissolves in sodium hydroxide solution with the same gas, which shows students that aluminium is amphoteric. Trained teachers mix it with iron(III) oxide for the thermite demonstration, which is done only outdoors behind a safety cordon.
Fine metal powder burns readily, so keep it away from flames, sparks and oxidising agents, avoid raising dust clouds, and close the container firmly because moisture slowly attacks the powder. Never use water on a metal-powder fire — keep dry sand to hand. Ordering it with magnesium, zinc and the matching salt solutions lets a full reactivity-series practical come from one chemistry lab instruments supplier.
Supplier
ScienceLab, the trading name of Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, sources Aluminum (Powder) for schools, colleges and training institutes in India and international markets, and ships each pack with its MSDS. Metal powders, salts and glassware for a reactivity-series practical can go on a single enquiry, which keeps ordering simple for a busy science department.
See the ScienceLab profile for company information.
Related Laboratory Equipment
Chemicals used with aluminium powder in reactivity and displacement experiments:
- Hydrated Copper Sulfate — for the copper displacement reaction.
- Hydrochloric Acid — shows hydrogen release from the metal.
- Sodium Hydroxide — demonstrates aluminium's amphoteric behaviour.
- Magnesium (Powder) — a second reactive metal powder for comparison.
- Iron Oxide (III) — the oxide used in teacher-led thermite demonstrations.
Find more reagents in the Laboratory Equipment category.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grade and pack size is Aluminum (Powder) SCI-457/193?
Aluminum (Powder) SCI-457/193 is listed as an analytical reagent grade aluminium powder in a 50 g pack and is supplied with an MSDS. Particle size and purity are not stated in the listing, so ask us for the batch details before ordering.
Why use Aluminum (Powder) instead of aluminium foil?
Aluminum (Powder) has a far larger surface area than foil, so displacement and acid reactions start sooner and are easier to observe within one class period. The same property makes the powder more flammable, so it needs careful storage.
How should Aluminum (Powder) be stored?
Store Aluminum (Powder) in its tightly closed container in a cool, dry cupboard, away from flames, oxidising agents, acids and moisture. Never use water on a metal-powder fire; keep dry sand nearby and follow the MSDS supplied with the pack.
What is the shelf life of Aluminum (Powder)?
Shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions, so no fixed period is given for Aluminum (Powder). Ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted, and keep the lid closed to limit contact with air and moisture.
Who supplies Aluminum (Powder)?
Aluminum (Powder) is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, Haryana, India, which sources laboratory chemicals and apparatus for schools, colleges and institutions in India and international markets.
What does a quotation for Aluminum (Powder) need?
For an Aluminum (Powder) quotation, send the product code SCI-457/193, the number of 50 g packs and the delivery location through the contact page. Add any companion salts or acids so the complete practical can be quoted together.
Request a Quote
Ask for an Aluminum (Powder) price through the contact page, or add it to the enquiry cart with the other metals and salts for your reactivity practical.
Last updated: 24 September 2026
